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Student Spotlight: Alex Wolf

October 10, 2017 by

This week's Student Spotlight features Missouri State University senior, Alex Wolf. Students featured in the Student Spotlights show characteristics exemplified in each of Missouri State University's three pillars: Ethical Leadership, Cultural Competence, and Community Engagement. They also exemplify what daily practices of sustainability look like. You can find these students … [Read more...] about Student Spotlight: Alex Wolf

Filed Under: Academics, Engagement Tagged With: Community engagement, Environment, Recycling, Student Spotlight, Sustainability

5 Ways to have a Green Halloween

October 10, 2017 by

It’s the spookiest time of year, full of costumes, pumpkins, tricks, and more treats than you can count! That’s right, folks. It’s Halloween time! Not only that, but it’s time to unleash your inner DIY expert. Here are 5 ways to have a green Halloween! 1. Make your own costumes This can be as easy as making something from scratch using things from around the house, or … [Read more...] about 5 Ways to have a Green Halloween

Filed Under: Recycling, Transportation, Uncategorized Tagged With: Environment, Food, List, Recycling, Reuse, Save, Sustainability, Tip tuesday

10 Ways to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint

October 8, 2017 by

Reducing your carbon footprint is a lot more than just buying locally and carpooling (though those do play a large part). It can be applied to everyday life in easier ways than you think! Here's a list of 10 ways you can reduce your carbon footprint! In the Car 1. Accelerating slowly, anticipating stops, and maintaining a steady speed can save more than a ton of CO2 per … [Read more...] about 10 Ways to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint

Filed Under: Energy, Food, Recycling, Resources, Transportation, Waste, Water Tagged With: Environment, Food, List, Natural, Plastic, Recycling, Save, Sustainability, Tip tuesday, Waste

How to Start Recycling in a New Place

September 26, 2017 by

Congratulations! Not only are you finally settled into your residence halls and apartments, but you’re also getting used to college life! Now that you’re becoming comfortable with your new environments, it’s time to figure out how you can be sustainable in them. Whether it be through recycling, making a compost bin, or even through advocacy, there’s always a way to become more … [Read more...] about How to Start Recycling in a New Place

Filed Under: Engagement, Recycling, Resources, Waste Tagged With: Environment, List, Move in, Recycling, residence life, Tip tuesday, Waste

Get Involved! Eco-Reps

September 21, 2017 by

Are you a student who is passionate about sustainability and what happens to our Earth? Are you looking to advocate for this beautiful planet and drive others to do the same? Then look no further than Eco-Reps! Missouri State University Eco-Reps is a program where students can help create a more sustainable campus and community. They plan outreach activities such as … [Read more...] about Get Involved! Eco-Reps

Filed Under: Academics, Engagement, Resources Tagged With: Eco-Reps, Environment, Food, Get Involved, Recycling, Reuse, Sustainability, Waste

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What is Sustainability?

Sustainability means meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
There are three pillars of sustainability: environmental, social, and economic.

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